graphophone
[ graf-uh-fohn ]
noun
a phonograph for recording and reproducing sounds on wax records.
Origin of graphophone
1Other words from graphophone
- graph·o·phon·ic [graf-uh-fon-ik], /ˌgræf əˈfɒn ɪk/, adjective
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How to use graphophone in a sentence
Wax is also employed in the 'graphophone' of Mr. Tainter and Professor Bell, which is merely a phonograph under another name.
Heroes of the Telegraph | J. MunroHis voice vibrated, reminding her of the voices of those who made sentimental recitations for the graphophone.
The Dwelling Place of Light, Complete | Winston ChurchillWhen Rustler started in again he hopped to the opposite side of the cage, rudely turning his back upon the graphophone.
Bird Lore, Volume I--1899 | VariousSixty melodies from these tribes were recorded on the graphophone.
Unknown Mexico, Volume 1 (of 2) | Carl LumholtzSeveral rooms away a graphophone was playing loudly and boys were singing.
Left Half Harmon | Ralph Henry Barbour
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